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PODCAST

The Psychoaudiology Podcast

Priscilla Leigh

Get ready to tune into the Psychoaudiology Podcast, in collaboration with the International Society of Audiology! Host Priscilla Leigh dives deep into the electrifying world of how our auditory system shapes our minds, behaviour and performance. Join top experts worldwide as they unravel mind-blowing discoveries about hearing, neuroscience, and human connection—from music’s brain-boosting power to cutting-edge hearing health solutions. Listen now on psychoaudiology.com, the ISA website, Spotify or

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00:05:16

Will 2026 be the quiet rebrand of audiology?

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2026/01/07

Hearing care is undergoing a quiet shift from treating hearing loss to optimising how we listen.In this short episode of the Psychoaudiology Podcast, Priscilla explores how consumer technology like AirPods is blurring the line between everyday audio and hearing support, what this means for stigma, and how innovations such as Auracast are changing the listening demands of public spaces.Rather than asking individuals to work harder to hear, these developments point toward a future where sound is

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00:28:21

Where Hearing, Language, and Processing Meet with...

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/12/23

In this episode of the Psychoaudiology Podcast, Priscilla is joined by Cynthia Chan, an experienced speech and language therapist with training in both speech therapy and audiology.They explore the overlap between hearing, listening, language, and processing — and why being able to hear doesn’t always mean being able to understand. Together, they discuss listening fatigue, auditory processing challenges, assessment limitations, and when referrals between audiologists and speech and language

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00:33:49

When Half The World Goes Silent: My Mum's Story

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/11/26

In this personal episode of the Psychoaudiology Podcast, I sit down with my mum to talk through her sudden sensorineural hearing loss in 2018 — an event that reshaped her understanding of her ears and her balance.She shares the confusion of those early hours, the critical role of her vestibular system, and the emotional impact of losing hearing without warning. We also explore the links she drew between her thyroid removal and the hearing loss, as well as why she couldn’t receive the standard

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00:18:00

Untangling the Mess: Harvey Dillon on Auditory...

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/11/12

In this episode of The Psychoaudiology Podcast, I speak with one of the true pioneers of modern audiology — Professor Harvey Dillon.Originally an engineer who “stumbled” into the world of hearing science, Professor Dillon went on to spend over 40 years at the National Acoustic Laboratory, shaping how we understand and fit hearing aids. But in the later part of his career, he has turned his attention to one of the most complex and controversial corners of the field: auditory processing.He unpacks why

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00:10:01

Can We Restore Hearing? Insights from a Regenerative...

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/10/01

Imagine if the ear could repair itself — restoring hearing that’s been lost to age or noise. In this episode of the Psychoaudiology Podcast, I explore a new drug trial that tried to do just that by regenerating hair cells, the tiny microphones of the inner ear. We’ll look at how the drug was delivered, what the results showed, and what this could mean for the future of hearing loss treatment.

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00:31:30

Sound, Sensitivity, and Emotion — with Dr. Philippa...

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/09/17

In this episode of The Psychoaudiology Podcast, presented in partnership with the International Society of Audiology, we sit down with Dr. Philippa James, an audiologist whose work focuses on supporting neurodivergent people with auditory challenges.Together, we explore the world of reduced sound tolerance and misophonia, unpacking how everyday sonic environments can profoundly shape our emotions and wellbeing. Philippa shares her clinical insights into why sound can be overwhelming for some, why it

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00:27:18

Giving Kids with Autism a Clearer World of Sound with...

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/09/03

What if the right technology could transform how a child with autism hears, learns, and connects? In this episode of the Psychoaudiology Podcast, I speak with Professor Erin Schafer, a leading researcher in auditory interventions, about how remote microphone devices can dramatically improve listening in noisy environments. She explains how these tools help children with autism process sound more effectively, boosting memory, learning, and everyday communication. You’ll also hear a moving testimony

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00:27:57

The Hidden Sound of Learning: Dr. Kiri Mealings on...

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/08/20

What if the sound of a classroom could shape how well students learn, behave, and even how teachers teach?In this episode of the Psychoaudiology Podcast, Priscilla sits down with Dr. Kiri Mealings, researcher and creator of the Listen to Learn for Life program, to explore how classroom acoustics influence listening, learning, and wellbeing.We dive into her reviews showing how poor acoustics can impair literacy, cognition, and reading skills, while disproportionately affecting students with ADHD,

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00:35:57

Staying in the loop: Hearing Accessibility with...

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/08/06

In this episode of The Psychoaudiology Podcast, audiologist and national hearing loop advocate Juliette Sterkens joins us to talk about one of the most overlooked aspects of hearing aid technology — what happens after you fit the hearing aids.We explore:Why hearing aids don’t restore normal hearingThe everyday challenges of hearing in noisy environmentsHow hearing loops dramatically improve clarity and comprehension for hearing aid usersThe future potential of Auracast as a universal assistive

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00:44:23

Forging Clinical Competence in APD — with Dr. Wayne...

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/07/23

In this episode, Priscilla sits down with Associate Professor Wayne Wilson from the University of Queensland. A leading expert in paediatric auditory processing, Dr. Wilson shares his journey through the evolving landscape of audiology and the complex challenge of defining auditory processing disorder (APD).Together, we explore the growing pains of audiology as a still-maturing profession, and what it means to cultivate true clinical competence in a field with many grey areas. From regulatory

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00:34:00

When Hearing’s Fine but Listening’s Hard with Dr....

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/07/10

Struggling to hear but all your hearing tests come out fine? Tune in to The Psychoaudiology Podcast as host Priscilla Leigh interviews Dr. Cristina Murphy, paediatric audiologist and auditory processing disorder (APD) expert. Discover why APD, a complex condition involving speech, language, and neuroscience, often goes undiagnosed when hearing test reveals normal hearing. Dr. Murphy unpacks the controversies around APD and highlights its multidisciplinary nature, offering hope for those with

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00:30:45

S1 E5: Your Ears’ Hidden Healing Map with Siwan...

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/06/25

Dive into what a complement to audiology auricular acupuncture can be on The Psychoaudiology Podcast! Host Priscilla Leigh interviews Siwan Quinn-Bratton, director of The College of Auricular Acupuncture, exploring its discovery and how ear points mirror an inverted foetus, guiding healing across the body. Far from mere poetry, this practice blends Chinese medicine with evidence-based practice, and unpacks the ear’s anatomic marvels and hidden gems. Tune in!

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00:33:39

S1 E4 - Hearing is deeply relational with Prof....

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/06/11

Join us for Episode 4 of the Psychoaudiology Podcast, in collaboration with the International Society of Audiology! Host Priscilla Leigh interviews Professor Louise Hickson, diving into the profoundly relational power of hearing and its impact on our quality of life. Explore Louise’s groundbreaking work tackling the stigma of hearing loss, her family-centered care approach, and how our environment shapes communication. Learn about her pioneering Active Communication Education (ACE) program,

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00:32:39

S1 E3 Your hearing is trainable! - with Dr. Henry...

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/05/28

Tune into Episode 3 of the Psychoaudiology Podcast, in collaboration with the International Society of Audiology! Host Priscilla Leigh sits down with Dr. Henry Mahncke, CEO of Posit Science, to explore the revolutionary world of auditory brain plasticity. Learn how this phenomenon was discovered by Posit Science co-founder Michael Merzenich following the first (pretty rudimentary!) cochlear implantation. Discover how you can boost processing speed and accuracy with Brain HQ. Find out more on

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00:31:37

S1 E2 We are sonic beings - with Prof. Nina Kraus

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/05/14

Join us for the second episode of the Psychoaudiology Podcast with host Priscilla Leigh, where we explore the fascinating intersection of the auditory system, mind, and behaviour. This time, we’re thrilled to feature Dr. Nina Kraus from Northwestern University, a global leader in auditory neuroscience. Dr. Kraus shares groundbreaking insights from her research and brilliant book "Of Sound Mind", on how sound shapes our brain and impacts daily life, with a particular focus on music and

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00:12:00

S1 E1 Own your hearing - Professor Astrid van Wieringen

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

2025/04/30

Kick off the Psychoaudiology Podcast with a powerful episode featuring Astrid van Wieringen, president of the International Society of Audiology! In this collaboration with the ISA, Astrid dives into why owning your hearing health is a game-changer for keeping your mind sharp. Discover the importance of staying informed about your hearing and explore cutting-edge solutions to boost cognitive vitality through sound. Tune in on psychoaudiology.com, the ISA website, or Spotify! #Psychoaudiology

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00:43:26

Audiology Isn’t Just Ears: Building a More Holistic...

The Psychoaudiology Podcast ·

1970/01/01

In this episode of the Psychoaudiology Podcast, I am joined by Christina Mithra – clinical lead at Communitas Clinics, advanced audiologist at Barts Hospital in London, and audiologist of nearly 20 years.Christina shares her journey from a “1 + 1 = 2” science-focused graduate to a clinician who sees patients as whole humans rather than just test results. Together, we explore what it really means to “do audiology well” and what today’s curriculum is missing if we want to train truly holistic

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